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Long-stay visas (Type D)

Danish The Fast-Track Scheme

A flexible, expedited work-and-residence route that lets SIRI-certified companies recruit foreign employees quickly, often with an immediate start.

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Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Denmark government website before you apply.
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Issued by
SIRI
Employer condition
Company must be certified by SIRI
Tracks
Pay limit, supplementary pay limit, short-term, researcher, and educational
Pay-limit track salary (2026)
DKK 552,000/yr (pay-limit track); DKK 446,000/yr (supplementary track)

Who it's for

Non-EU/EEA/Swiss employees being recruited by a Danish company that is certified under the Fast-Track Scheme. It is designed for employers who hire international staff regularly and need speed and flexibility.

Requirements

  • Employer certified by SIRI to use the Fast-Track Scheme
  • Employment meeting the conditions of one of the scheme's tracks
  • For the pay-limit track: salary at least DKK 552,000/yr (2026); supplementary track at least DKK 446,000/yr (2026)
  • Pay and employment terms customary for the Danish labour market

What you can do

  • Start work quickly, in many cases from the moment the application is submitted
  • Switch flexibly between tracks and combine short stays with longer employment
  • Bring accompanying family members who can also work
  • Accrue time toward permanent residence (on the longer-term tracks)

How to apply

The certified employer initiates the application through SIRI/nyidanmark.dk and the employee completes their part. Because the employer is pre-certified, processing is streamlined; on qualifying tracks the employee may commence work immediately after submission. A fee applies and biometrics are recorded.

Documents

  • Valid passport
  • Employment contract specifying the relevant Fast-Track track and salary
  • Employer's SIRI certification reference
  • Qualification documents where the chosen track requires them
  • Passport photo and biometrics

Frequently asked questions

  • On qualifying Fast-Track tracks, yes — a key benefit is being able to begin work when the application is submitted, provided the conditions are met.

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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